American Institute

of Applied Science
A Home Study of Forensic Science

2010 School Catalog

 Foreword
What The AIAS Has to Offer You
L
aw enforcement and private investigative agencies
are continuously in need of personnel who are
knowledgeable in the various aspects of forensic
investigation. The American Institute of Applied Sci-
ence (AIAS) exists to aid in fulfilling this need.
The American Institute of Applied Science developed
the home-study correspondence course expressly for
students who work full-time or are active in other
full-time educational programs. Students have the
opportunity to learn at their own pace, without strict
deadlines. You now have the capability to return your
exams by mail, fax, e-mail or do the exams online.
The courses offered are designed to teach, in an acces-
sible format, criminology and basic forensics to stu-
dents who are new to the subject, or to experienced
investigators who are interested in using the informa-
tion to complement their on-the-job experiences.
Thousands of men and women have achieved profes-
sional success as well as personal fulfillment in careers
which began with completion of a Forensic Science
Program offered by the American Institute of Applied
Science. Many AIAS students hold important posi-
tions in the field of criminal identification and forensic
science. Over 350 law enforcement agencies through-
out the world accept or require this program for posi-
tions in identification bureaus and crime labs.
Our student body includes students from all across the
United States and from many foreign countries. Our
training in the field of fingerprints has been accepted
AIAS was founded in 1916. It is internationally recognized for its training in
the field of forensic identification and investigation. The school is located at
the SIRCHIE® Finger Print Laboratories complex (shown above) in Youngsville,
North Carolina.
by the Latent Print Examiners Certification Board of
the International Association for Identification, the
world’s largest association of I.D. Specialists.
In the twenty-first century, more and more gradu-
ates of the American Institute of Applied Science
will find themselves uniquely qualified to compete in
a rapidly evolving global marketplace. Why wait any
longer? Now is an excellent time to invest in the fu-
ture—to reassess career directions, personal interests
and talents.
Our Mission
Mission Statement: The American Institute of Applied
Science (AIAS) is a traditional print-based distance
learning institution committed to providing quality
distance education programs to students interested in
learning about or perfecting their skills in basic foren-
sic science and criminal investigation.
Goals/Objectives: The goal of the American Institute
of Applied Science (AIAS) is to provide up-to-date,
comprehensive and cost effective information and
practical exercises that will:
1. Train men and women not currently engaged in law
enforcement or a protective service to perform the ba-
sic duties of an identification technician or investigator
effectively and capably; and
2. To offer those already employed in such a position
the requisite training for their vocational upgrading
and continuing professional learning requirements.
The programs of the American Institute of Applied
Science are entry level courses designed to provide a
basic understanding of criminal investigation prin-
ciples and procedures, and the scientific approaches
used in forensic laboratories. They are recommended
for those who are considering a career in those fields
and for those who have recently acquired positions in
law enforcement and related fields.
To become certified in one of the several specialties
requires additional study as well as an apprenticeship
under an expert in that field.
INTRODUCTION
Entrance Requirements:
Students must supply, upon enrollment, one of the following:
• An official GED
• An official high school transcript
• An official college transcript
• An official DD-214 or other military document
Photocopies are not accepted (except for DD-214). These docu-
ments should arrive at AIAS in a sealed envelope from your pre-
vious institution.
Standards of Progress:
The school does not impose a strict time limit on completion.
This is in fairness to students who are actively engaged in the
field and whose spare time and working hours are subject to the
demands of the agencies by whom they are employed. However,
we consider completion of four lesson examinations per month a
minimum standard. Delays of sixty days must be reported to the
school within the first thirty days of that delay in order to keep
the student's records accurate and the enrollment in effect.
Grading:
A numerical system of grading is used. A minimum grade of 70%
is considered passing on all examinations. Failed examinations
must be resubmitted for a passing grade.
Individual records are kept for each student and are reviewed pe-
riodically. If a student's scholastic records indicate an inability to
complete the course material, he/she will be advised and arrange-
ments made for withdrawal.
Final Examinations:
There are three final examinations: one for the first five courses of
Program 101, one for course 101F or 101FR, and one for Program
201. The passing grade for all final examinations is 70%.
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
REFUND POLICY
STUDENT: A student may receive a refund under the following
conditions:
1. If notice of termination is given within 5 days after en-
rollment, the student will receive a refund of all money
paid to the American Institute of Applied Science within 30
days. The student should return all materials in usable
condition.
2. If notice of termination is given after 5 days from the
date of enrollment and no lessons have been submitted, the
student will receive a refund of all money paid to the
American Institute of Applied Science except for a non-
refundable fee of $75.00 or 20% of the total course
or program cost, not to exceed $200.00 within 30 days. The
student should return all materials in usable condition.
3. If notice of termination is given after 5 days from the
date of enrollment and the student has submitted at least
one lesson assignment (but less than 50% of the course assign-
ments), the school will retain a percentage of the tuition
Requirements
(based on amount of submitted work from STUDENT)
which will not exceed the following:
A) Up to and including 10% of the course; 10% of the re-
fundable tuition (tuition charges remaining after sub-
tracting the non-refundable fee).
B) Between 10% and 25% of the course; 25% of the refund-
able tuition.
C) Between 25% and 50% of the course; 50% of the refund-
able tuition.
D) After the STUDENT completes more than 50% of the
course, the SCHOOL will be entitled to retain the total
course tuition and fees.
NOTICE OF TERMINATION POLICY
STUDENT: A student may discontinue a home study program at
any time subject to the following:
1. A request for termination of training must be made by the
student to AIAS.
2. The enrollment date assigned to a student's file will be used
to determine refund eligibility and amounts. The enrollment
date is the date on which the student's registration fee and
enrollment application are received by AIAS. This date ap-
pears beside the signature line of the AIAS Official of the
payment contract below.
AIAS: The school may discontinue the student's home study program
subject to the following:
1. Failure to make tuition payments according to contract pay-
ment plan options.
2. Failure to meet the program standard set forth by the school
of four completed and submitted examinations per month.
3. If, through failed examinations, it becomes obvious to AIAS
that the STUDENT cannot grasp the technology of the
course subjects.
School Location:
The American Institute of Applied Science is a division of
Sirchie Finger Print Laboratories. and is located in the Sirchie
Group Complex at 100 Hunter Place, Youngsville, North Caro-
lina 27596.
Financial Aid:
The school is approved for financial assistance by DANTES
(Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support) for
active duty and reserve military personnel, and by the Veterans
Administration for veterans.
Tuition funding in the form of a grant made directly to the stu-
dent, is acceptable. The student, however, is solely responsible for
payments to the school.
Deptmental enrollments submitted directly by local, state, or
federal law enforcement agencies through purchase orders are
acceptable.

 Standards and Acquiring College Credits
School Progress Standards: 2. A student discussing course material with others for the sake
1. The minimum passing grade for ALL course examinations of understanding. However, as a general rule, such discus-
is 70%. Any grade below that is a failing grade and the ex- sion becomes suspect as soon as the other person’s informa-
amination must be resubmitted for a passing grade. Any stu- tion is directly incorporated into the student’s course work.
dent who fails the same examination twice MUST contact Actions that constitute Academic Dishonesty:
the school for personal counseling by the instructor and then 1. A student submitting work that is not original.
resubmit the examination. 2. A student submitting someone else’s work or a modifica-
tion of that work, with or without that person’s knowledge,
2. If within the first six lessons the student fails three exami-
regardless of the circumstances under which it was obtained,
nations, or the second try of any lesson, the student may be
copied or modified.
advised that the school does not believe that he/she is able
3. A student contracting course work out to others.
to grasp the technology taught in the course so he/she may
4. A student lying or failing to give full cooperation to the Di-
reconsider his/her enrollment. If the student should decide
rector of Education or the Director of the School during an
to withdraw from the course, the enrollment is cancelled and
investigation of dishonesty.
any refund due is made within 30 days.
3. The minimum standard of progress for all students is four ex- School Business Hours:
aminations per month. The school retains the right to cancel Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Eastern time)
the enrollment of any student who does not meet this stan-
dard. Licensing and Accreditation:
The American Institute of Applied Science is licensed by the
4. The school retains the right to cancel the enrollment of any
North Carolina Community College System and is accredited
student for failure to adhere to any terms of the contract.
by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and
5. Any student applying for reinstatement after a six-month pe- Training Council, which is listed by the United States Dept. of
riod must pay a $50.00 fee to reactivate the enrollment. Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
6. Student records include all enrollment information, all ex-
amination grades, tuition payments, correspondence and
phone call information. This information and transcripts of
student grades can be released only at the written direction of
the student. All such requests will become a permanent part
of the student's records. These records also will be available
for inspection by authorized representatives of our certifying
agencies.

ACADEMIC HONESTY:
All course and/or program work, including practical exercises,
test and examinations must be the sole work of the individual
student. Lessons may be discussed with others, but the actual
response on practical exercises, tests and examinations must be
his/her own work.
If AIAS suspects academic dishonesty, the student will be con- The following information is for those students seeking
tacted by the Director of Education and asked for an explana- college credit upon completion of an American Institute
tion. If the explanation appears to be inadequate, the student of Applied Science program.
will be informed that academic dishonesty is suspected and that
unless a satisfactory explanation can be provided by the student college Credits:
he or she will be subject to disciplinary action which may result An articulation agreement exists between Burlington County
in a course or program grade of incomplete or failure until the College, Pemberton, New Jersey, and the American Institute of
matter is resolved or dismissal for academic dishonesty. The Di- Applied Science, a division of Sirchie Finger Print Laboratories,
rector of Education will inform the student in writing of his/her in which, non-duplicative credit will be awarded upon successful
decision and, if necessary, the appropriate disciplinary action completion of the prescribed course of study and examinations
taken, if any. titled "Forensic Science Course" offered by the American Insti-
The student may appeal the decision of the Director of Educa- tute of Applied Science, with a grade of "D" or better. Students
tion in writing to the Director of the School within 10 business will be able to receive a maximum of six credit hours from this
days of the date of the written notification from the Director of articulation, identified as follows:
Education. The Director of the School will conduct an indepen-
dent investigation, provide a written decision to the student and
the Director of Education concerning the findings of the Direc-
tor of Education and actions taken. The decision of the Director
of the School will be final.
Actions not constituting Academic Dishonesty:
1. A student submitting original work done with the assistance
of an AIAS instructor/faculty.


 Standards and Acquiring College Credits
CRJ 113 Criminal Investigation 3cr: Access to and Protection
The fundamentals of criminal investigation, theory and history of Student Records:
will be surveyed. The student will follow evidence from crime The college observes public laws 93-380 as amended in providing
scene to courtroom with emphasis on techniques appropriate to for the privacy of official student records and the rights of stu-
specific crimes. dents to review these records. Students wishing to review official
Prerequisite: None records should present such requests in writing to the registrar.
3/0/0/0 The college will not release any personally identifiable informa-
tion about a student without the student's permission, except to
CRJ 114 Criminalistics 3cr: certain school and governmental officials as provided by law. Re-
The collection, identification, preservation, and transportation of quests by outside individuals and agencies for the release of in-
physical evidence is studied. Examination of physical evidence formation and student permission to release it must be presented
within resources of the investigator and demonstration of labora- in writing.
tory criminalistics is covered.
Prerequisite: None
3/0/0/0 UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A COURSE
Burlington County College OR PROGRAM, A STUDENT WILL RECEIVE A
County Route 530, Pemberton, NJ 08068
PERSONALIZED CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION.
A two-year public community college accredited by the commis-
sion on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of
Colleges and Schools approved by the New Jersey State Dept. of
Higher Education. Tuition and Fee Information
Burlington County College is authorized under federal law to en- (College Credits Only):
roll non-immigrant alien students. The college is approved by the Students who sucessfully complete Program 101, 101B or 201
State Dept. of Higher Education under Title 38, U.S. Code, sec- can apply for college credits through Burlington County College.
tion 1775 for veteran's training. NOTE: BCC is a designated service Program 101 and 101B are 6 credits. Program 201 is 3 credits. A
members opportunity college. maximum of six credits can be awarded, provided you apply for
college credit within one year of your graduation from AIAS.
The statements, provisions, policies and fees listed in this cata-
6 credits $468.00
log are not to be regarded as binding between the student and
(To Burlington County College)
Burlington County College. The college reserves all rights to
change at any time any of the provisions, programs, courses, Administration and Filing $50.00
schedules, tuitions or fees as may be warranted by economic con- (To Sirchie Finger Print Laboratories, Medford, N.J.)
siderations, enrollments, and/or other circumstances requiring
such administrative action. The acceptance for transfer of cred- Total Credit Cost $518.00
its is determined by the receiving institution.
Each student is held individually responsible for knowledge of
the information contained in this catalog as well as the student
handbook. Failure to read and comply with college guidelines,
requirements and regulations will not exempt the student from
responsibility.
Burlington County College is a member of the following educa-
tional advancement organizations:
• The American Association of Community and Junior Colleges
(AACJC)
• The American Council on Education (ACE)
• Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT)
• The Community College Consortium: University of
Michigan, University of Toledo, and Michigan State
University
• Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)
• Council of County Colleges of New Jersey
• National Association of College and University Business
Officers (NACUBO)
• National Council for Staff, Program and Organizational
Development
• New Jersey Marine Sciences Consortium
• Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools


 USERS LIST
A.I.A.S. Home Study Program Used Worldwide
Students from the following agencies have
enrolled in the American Institute of Applied
Science.
Federal, State
and County Agencies
Alabama. * Santa Monica PD, Thousand Oaks
* Autauga Co. Sheriff's Dept., Prattville
* City of Lafayette Police Dept., Lafayette
* Jackson Police Dept., Jackson
* Livinston Police Dept., Livingston
* Monroeville Police Dept., Frisco City
* Montgomery Co. Sheriff's Dept.
* Morgan Co. DA's Office, Decatur
* Rasndolph Co. Sheriff's Office, Wedowee
* Selma Police Dept., Selma
* Southside Police Dept., Cropwell
* Tuscaloosa Police Dept., Tuscaloosa
Alaska
• Galena Police Dept., Galena
ARKANSAS
• Arkadelphia Police Dept., Arkadephia
• Danville Police Dept., Danville
* Tuckermana Police Dept., Tuckerman
Arizona
* Apache Junction PD, Apache Junction
* Arizona Highway Patrol, Phoenix
* Bullhead City PD, Phoenix
* Kingman PD, Kingman
* Dept. of VA PD, Phoenix
* LV Metro PD, Bullhead City
* Mesa PD, Higley
* Pima Co. SO, Tuscon
* Sierra Vista PD
* Williams PD, Williams
* Youapai Co., Mayer
* Yuma PD, Yuma
arkansas
* Arkadelphia PD, Alexandria
* Clark Co. SO, Arkadelphia
* Danville PD, Danville
* Tuckerman PD, Tuckerman
California
• Amador Co. D.A.’S Office, Jackson
* Burbank PD, Burbank
* CA DOC & Rehab, Monterey
* Co. of San Diego, San Diego
* D.O.T., Cerritos
* Daly City PD, So San Francisco
* Hayward PD, Livermore
* Imperial Co. District Court, El Centro
* LA Co. SO, Long Beach
* Latent Division/Albuquerque PD, Los
Angeles
* Mono Co. Sheriff ’s Dept., Bridgeport
* Mountain View PD, Mountain View
* Oceanside PD, Oceanside
* Orange Co. Sheriff ’s Dept., Santa Ana
* Pacific Grove PD, Pacific Grove
* Palm Bch Co Court, Carmichael
* Public Defender, Sonora

* Sacramento Co. S0,Sacramento
* Salem PD, Crime Lab, Elk Grove
* Salinas PD, Salinas
* San Bernadino PD/Identification
,Highland
* Santa Barbara Co. Sheriff, Buellton
* Sonoma Co. D.A., Windsor
* U.S. Navy, Point Magu
* U.S. Army, San Diego
* US Marine Corps, Twenty Palms
* USAF, Lompac
Colorado
* Boulder PD, Boulder
* Denver SO, Denver
* Health PD, Olathe
* Mesa Co. SO, Grand Junction
* Paonia PD, Paonia
* Parker PD, Parker
* Silverthorne PD, Silverthorne
* Teller Co. SO, Cripple Creek
CONNECTICUT
* Connecticut State Police, Middletown
* Dept. of Public Safety, Meriden
* Hartford D, Hartford
* Milford PD, Milford
* New Medford PD, New Medford
* South Windsor PD, South Windsor
* State Bureau of Identification, Hartford
Delaware
* Deleware River and Bay Authority, New
Castle
* Dept. of Public Safety, State Police, Dover
* Dept. State Bureau of Investigation
* Fenwick Island Police Dept., Oceanview
District of Columbia
• Dept. of Commerce, Washington, D.C.
* F.B.I., Washington, D.C.
• Federal Protective Service, Washington,
D.C.
Florida
* Alachua PD, Alachua
* Avon Park PD, Avon Park
* Blountstown PD, Blountstown
* Bradenton PD, Bradenton
* Calhoun Co. SO, Marianna
* Charlotte Co. SO, Punta Gorda
* Citrus Co. Sheriff's Dept., Inverness
* Clay Co. SO, Orange Park
* Cocoa Beach PD, Cocoa Beach
* Collier Co. SO, Naples
* Coral Springs PD, Coral Springs
* Crystal River PD, Crystal River
* Daytona PD, Dayton Beach
* Dept. of Corrections, Miami
* Dept. of Defense, Miami
* Escambia Co. Sheriff's Dept., Pensacola
* Flagler Co. SO, Bunnell
* Florida Dept. of Criminal Law, Tallahassee
* Florida State Bureau of Investigation, Plant
City
* Fort Pierce PD, Fort Pierce
* Ft. Lauderdale PD, Ft. Lauderdale
* Glades Co. SO, Moore Haven
* Hardee Co. Sheriff's Dept., Wauchula
* Hialeah PD, Hialeah
* Highland Beach PD, Highland Beach
* Highlands Co. Sheriff's Dept., Sebring
* Hollywood PD, Hollywood
* Indian River Co. SO, Vero Beach
* Key West PD, Key West
* Kissimmee PD, Kissimmee
* Lake Co. SO, Tavares
* Lake Placid PD, Lake Placid
* Lakeland PD, Lakeland
* Lantana PD, Lantana
* Lauderhill PD, Lauderhill
* Lee Co. Sheriff's Office, Ft. Myers
* Leon Co. Sheriff's Office, Tallahassee
* Longboat Key PD, Longboat Key
* Manatee Co. Sheriff's Office, Bradenton
* Martin Co. SO, Stuart
* Melbourne PD, Melbourne
* Miami Beach PD, Miami
* Miramar PD, Miramar
* N. Miami Beach PD, N. Miami Beach
* Naples PD, Naples
* Niceville PD, Nieville
* Palm Beach PD, Palm Beach
* Pasco Co. Sheriff's Office
* Ponce Inlet PD, Ponce Inlet
* Rivera Beach PD, Rivera Beach
* Southeast Drug Enforcement
Administration Laboratory, Miami
* State Police Standards Council, Tallahassee
* Vero Beach PD, Vero Beach
* West Palm Beach PD, WPB
georgia
* Chatham Co. SO, Savannah
* Clayton Co. SO, Jonesboro
* Columbia Co. SO, Appling
* Crudely Police Dept., Cordele
* Elbert Co. SO, Elberton
* Georgia Dept. of Corrections
* Hall Co. SO, Gainesville
* Park Co. SO, Rockville
* U.S. Airforce, Valdosta
* U.S. Airforce, Vocalist
* U.S. Army Crime Laboratory, Fort Gillem,
Forest Park
* U.S. Navy, Albany
* Worth Co. SO, Sylvester
Hawaii
• State Bureau of Identification, Attorney
General's Office, Honolulu
• Kauai Police Dept., Lihue
• Honolulu Police Dept., Honolulu
iDAHO
* Ada Co. SO, Boise
* Caldwell PD, Caldwell
* Canyon Co. SO, Caldwell
* City Of Lewiston PD, Lewiston
* Emmett PD, Emmett
* Filler PD, Filler
* Huntington Co. SO, Huntington
* ID State Police, Meridian
* Jerome City PD, Jerome
* Nampa City PD, Nampa
* Twin Falls PD, Twin Falls
Illinois
* Chicago Housing Authority, Chicago
* Dupage Co. Courthouse, Winfield
* Dupage Co. Sheriff ’s Office, Crime Lab,
Dupage
* E.C. Illinoisl Drug Task, Lovington
* Edwardsville PD, Edwardsville
* Grayslake PD, Hinesville
* I.R.S., C.I.D., Questioned Document
Laboratory, Chicago
* Illinois DOC, Germantown Il
* Illinois State Police, Springfield
* Naval Criminal Investigations, Winthrop
Harbor
* Northern Illinois Police Crime Laboratory,
Fox Lake
* Peoria PD, Peoria
* University Of Chicago, Chicago
* US Air Force, Burbank
* US Postal Inspector's Office, Chicago
* US Navy, Great Lakes
* US Navy, Murphysboro
* Woodford Co. SO, Eureka
Indiana
• Dept. of Homeland Security, Solsberry
* Elkhart Co. SO, Goshen
* Elletsville PD, Bloomington
* Greenfield PD, Greenfield
* Hammond PD, Hammond
* Huntington PD, Huntington
* Indiana DOC, Michigan City
* Jackson Co. SO, Brownstown
* Marshall Co. SO, Plymouth
* Monroe Co. SO, Bloomington
* Muncie Police Dept., Muncie
* Roseland PD, Southbend
* Union Co. SO, Liberty
* Us Army, Camby
* Us Army, Madison
Iowa
* Des Moines Iowa PD, Indianola
* Red Oak PD, Red Oak,
* Scott Co. SO, Davenport
* Sioux City PD, Sioux City
* Tipton PD, Tipton
KAnSAS
* Derby PD, Derby
* Ft.Riley MP, Milford
* Jackson Co. SO, Holton
* Junction City PD, Junction City
* Kansas DOC, Lyons
* Park City PD, Wichita
* Prairie Band PD, Mayetta
* Topeka PD, Topeka
* US Army, Fort Riley
* USPS, Haysville
KENTUCKY
* Erlanger PD, Erlanger
* Jassamine Co. SO, Nicholasville
* Lexington PD, Lexington
* Louisville Metro Police, Louisville
* Sacramento PD, Louisville
* US Navy, Williamsburg
LOUISIANA
* Bossier Parish SO, Benton
* Brusly PD, Brusly
* Calcasieu Parrish, Lake Charles
* Natchitoches Parish Coroner’s Office,
Natchitoches
* Natchitoches Parish SO, Natchitoches
* New Llano PD, New Llano
* New Orleans PD, New Orleans
* Orleans Parish Criminal SO, Norco
* St. Lucie Sheriff ’s Office, Ft. Pierce
* St.Tam.Parish SO, Slidell
* US Army, Fort Polk
MaINE
* US Army, Auburn
* Kittery PD, York
* US Navy, Randolph
Maryland
* Baltimore Police Dept., Baltimore
* Cecil Co., Rising Sun
* Dept. of State Treasurer, Annapolis
* Federal DOD, Ellicot CIty
* Federal Protective Service, Millersville
* Landover Hills PD, Waldorf
* Maryland Parole and Probation,
Gaithersburg
* Montgomery Co. PD, Germantown
* OITC/FIRE/EMS, Brandywine
* US Air Force, Clinton
* US Army, Bethesda
* US Army, Department Of Defense, Olney
* US Dept. Of Commerce, Columbia
* US Navy, Accokeek
Massachusetts
* Barnstable Co. SO, Barnstable
* City of Fall River PF, Fall River
* Dept. VA, Brockton
* Leverett PD, Ludlow
* Marblehead PD, Swampscott
* Oxford PD, Oxford
* Reading PD, Reading
* Sex Offender Reg., Framingham
* Stonehill College PD, Dorchester
MIchigan
• Battle Creek PD, Battle Creek
* Centr Line Pub.Safety-, Roseville
* City Of Dearborn, Dearborn
* Dept Of VA Police, Dearborne
* Dewitt Twp PD, Dewitt
* Ferndale PD, Macomb
* Genesee Co. SO, Genesee
* Grand Blanc PD, Burton
* Grand Haven DPS, Grandhaven
* Grand Rapids PD, Grand Rapids
* Ingham Co. SO, Mason
* Kalamazoo PD, Kalamazoo
* Kent Co. SO, Grand Rapids
* Kentwood PD, Kentwood
* Lansing PD, Lansing
* Lapeer Co. SO. Lapeer
* London City PD, Ft Gratiot
* Michigan State Police, Bridgeport
* Milford PD, Milford
* Monroe Co. SO, Rockwood
* Muskegon Co. SO, Muskegon
* Oakland Co. SO, Auburn Hills
* Oakland Co. Corrections, Waterford
* Ottawa Co. SO, Zeeland
* Owosso PD, Flushing
* Pontiac PD, Pontiac
• Portage PD, Portage
• Roseville PD, Roseville
• Southfield PD, Southfield
• St. John PD, St. John
• State Appellate Court, Investigation
Section, Detroit
• State Police Central Records &
Identification Section, Lansing
• State Police Forensic Science Division, East
Lansing
* Taylor PD, Northville
• Tuscola Co. Sheriff ’s Office, Caro
• Warren PD, Warren
• Wayne Co. SO, Detroit
• West Bloomfield PD, West Bloomfield
* Wyoming PD, Wyoming
Minnesota
• Anoka Co. Sheriff's Office, Anoka
• Madelia Police Dept., Madelia
• Minneapolis Police Dept., Minneapolis
• Ramsey Co. Sheriff's Office, Arden Hills
Mississippi
* Chatham Co. SO, Savannah
* Clayton Co. SO, Jonesboro
* Columbia Co. SO, Appling
* Crudely Police Dept., Cordele
* Elbert Co. SO, Elberton
* Georgia Dept. of Corrections
* Hall Co. SO, Gainesville
* Park Co. SO, Rockville
* U.S. Airforce, Valdosta
* U.S. Army Crime Laboratory, Fort Gillem,
Forest Park
* U.S. Navy, Albany
* Worth Co. SO, Sylvester
Missouri
• Army National Guard, Fort Leonard Wood
* Dept. of Corrections, Jefferson City
• Liberty PD., Liberty
• Marshfield PD., Marshfield
• Reynolds Co. SO, Centerville
• St. Louis PD., St. Loui
Montana
• City of Billings Police Dept., Billings
• Dept. of Corrections, Jefferson City
• US Airforce, Great Falls
Nebraska
• Nebraska State Police Patrol, Lincoln
Nevada
* Carson City SO, Carson City
* Churchill Co S-D, Fallon
* City Grand Junction, Henderson
* Clark Co. Coroner, Las Vegas
* Elko Co.Sher.Office, Elko
* Henderson PD, Henderson
* Las Vegas Metro PD, Las Vegas
* Lovelock PD, Pahrumpk
* LV Detention, Las Vegas
* NLV Detention Ctr., Las Vegas
* NLV Metro PD, North Las Vegas
* North Las Vegas PD, Henderson
* NV Hwy.Patrol, Las Vegas
* NV-DETR, Reno
* Nye Co. Sheriff 's Dept.,Pahrump
* State Of Nevada, Las Vegas
* Univ Of NV, Reno
* University Med.Center, Las Vegas
* US Air Force, Las Vegas
* US Army, Battle Mountain
* Washoe Co. Det.Ctr, Reno
New Jersey
* Atlantic Co. Prosecutor, Corbin City
* Belvidere PD, Union Beach
* Char-Meck Schools, Brick
* City Of Plainfield, Plainfield
* Clinton PD, Clinton

* Essex Co. Jail, East Orange
* Essex Co. Sheriff's Dept., Bloomfield
* Fair Lawn PD, Fairlawn
* FBI, Wartsville
* Fort Lee PD, Oakland
* Ft.Dix Fire Services, Somerset
* Glen Ridge PD, Union
* Jersey City PD, Manalapan
* Little Egg Harbour PD, Little Egg Harbor
* Long Hill Twp PD, New Providence
* Middletown Twp. PD, Redbank
* Morris Co. Sheriff's Office, Morristown
* Nat'l Soc.For Examin., Maple Shade
* Navy Exchange, Kerny
* NJ State Police, Mt. Laurel
* NJ Treasury Dept., Denville
• Nye Co. Sheriff's Office, Tonopah
• Ocean Co. Sheriff's Office, Toms River
* Pompton Lakes PD, Pompton Lakes
* S.Brunswick PD, North Brunswick Nj
* Saddle River PD, Oakland
* St.Barn.Med.Ctr., Edison
* Union Co. Sheriff's Office, South Plainfield
* Upper Saddle PD, Upper Saddle
* US Army, Mcguire Af b
* US Immigration Svs, Dumont
* US Marines, Avenel
* US Navy, Mcguire Af b
* Winslow Twp.PD, Atco
New York
* Albany Police Department, Albany
* City of Little Falls, Little Falls
* Coeymans Police Department, Ravena
* Cornwall Police Department, Cornwall
* Dewitt Police Department, Dewitt
* Goshen Police Department, Goshen
* Great Meadows Police Department
* Guam Police Department, Fort Drum
* Marlborough Police Department, Milton
* NYC Department of Corrections, College
Point
* Oneonta City Police Department, Oneonta
* Onondage Co. Sheriff's Office, Syracuse
• State Police Identification Bureau, Oneida
• State University of New York, Buffalo
* Suffolk Police Department, Yaphank
* Tompkins Community College, Ithaca
* Watertown Police Department, Watertown
North Carolina
* Alamance Co. SO, Liberty
* Bald Head Island PD, Ocean Isle Beach
* Belmont PD, Gastonia
* CCBI, Fayetteville
* Cherokee Co SO, Murphy
* Child Advocacy, Wilmington
* City Of Monroe, Monroe
* City Of Raeford PD, Dunn
* Cumberland Co. SO, Fayetteville
* Davison Co. SO, High Point
* Dept Of Aging, Wilmington
* Dept Of VA Police, Weaverville
* Division Of Prisions, Castalia
* Durham PD, Rougemont
* Fayetteville PD, Fayetteville
* Franklin Co., Youngsville
* Greenboro PD, Greensboro
* Iredell Co., Statesville
* Johnston Co. SO, Clayton
* Lake Royale P.O.A., Louisburg
* Landrum PD, Hendersonville
* Lee Co. SO, Sanford
* Manteo PD, Manteo
* Marshville PD, Monroe

* Mooresville PD, Mooresville
* Nags Head Pd, Nags Head
• NC DOC, Raleigh
* NC DOC, Morganton
* New Hanover SO, Wilmimgton
* Onslow Co., Jacksonville
* Pender Co., Burgaw
* Pitt Co SO, Greenville
* Randolph Co., Asheboro
* Roxboro PD, Roxboro
* Rutherford Co. SO, Rutherfordton
* S. Shores PD, Kitty Hawk
* Soc-Smg, Army. Fayetteville
* Stokes Co SO, Siloam
* Surry Co. SO, Pilot Mountain
* U.S.Army, Fort Bragg
* UNC Charlotte PD, Concord
* UNC Wilmington PD, Wilmington
* Union Co. SO, Monroe
* US Marine Corps, Jacksonville
* USMC, Camp Lejeune
* Vance Co. SO, Henderson
* Wilson PD, Wilson
* Wrightsville Beach PD, Wrightsville Beach
* Yanceyville PD, Yanceyville
* Youngsville PD, Youngsville
Ohio
* Allen Co. SO, Lima
* Bureau Of ID, Montgomery
* Burton Regional PD, Burton
* Canton PD, Canton
* City Of Shelby PD, Shelby
* Cleveland Hts., PD, Cleveland
* Columbus PD, Columbus
* Delaware City PD, Delaware
* Grove City PD, Grove City
* Hillsboro PD, Hillsboro
* Lawrence Co. SO, Ironton
* London WWTP, London
* Lucas Co., Oregon
* Mahoning Co. SO, Youngstown
* Marion Technical College, Marion
* Mt. Orab Fire Dept., Mount Orab
* New Alexandria PD, Brilliant
* Ohio Reformatory, Marysville
* Ohio Dept Jobs & Family, Columbus
* Ohio DOC, London
* Ohio Public Safety, West Jefferson
* Painesville PD, Geneva
* Perkins TWP, Sandusky
* Pinkerton, Inc., Rushville
* Redcenter Jackson TWP, Columbus
* Sharonville PD, Sharonville
* Shelby PD, Crestline
* US Air Force, Chillicothe
* Village Of Grove Point, Columbus
OKLAHOMA
* Ardmore PD, Ardmore
* Covington PD, Covington
* Haskell Co. SO, Stigler
* Jefferson Co. SO, Waurika
* McAlester PD, Lawton
* Ok City PD, OK, Del City
* State Of OK, Ardmore
* State Of OK/CSE, Duncan
* University Of Oklahoma PD, Norman
* US Army, Yukon
Oregon
* Baker Co. So, Baker City
* Beaverton Pd, Portland
* Hillsboro Pd, Hillsboro
* Oakridge Pd, Oakridge
* OR State Pen., Keizer
* OSU, Corvallis
• State Bureau of Identification, Salem
• State Police Standards Council, Salem
* Statewide Tactical, Central Poing
Pennsylvania
* Beaver PD, W. Brighton
* Berlin PD, Rockwood
* Berwick PD, Berwick
* Bridgewater PD, New Brighton
* Buffalo Township PD, Worthington
* Butler Co. SO, Butler
* City Of Dallas, Pine Grove
* City Of Easton, Nazareth
* Dauphin Co., Harrisburg
* East Earl TWP PD, East Earl
* Elizabeth Borough PD, Elizabeth
* Ephrataboro PD, Ephrata
* Federal Bureau of Prisons, Williamsport
* Evans City PD, Conway
* Gilpin TWP PD, Murrysville
* Hatfield Twp. PD, Red Hill
* Hughesville PD, Hughesville
* Hunt Co. Coroner's Office, Broadtop
* Laflin Borough PD, Laflin
* Lehighton PD, Whitehall
* Manor Borough PD, Greensburg
* Masontown PD, Isabella
* Millvale PD, Pittsburgh
* Morrisville Boro, Holland
* Newtown Twp PD, Newtown
* Philadelphia PD, Philadelphia
* Pine Grove PD, Pine Grove
* Quarryville Borough, Lancaster
* Rochester Borough, Rochester
* State Police Identification Bureau,
Harrisburg
* Shaler TWP, PD, Glenshaw
* Sunbury PD, Sunberry
* US Air Force, Middletown
* US Army, Ashley
* US Army, Swissvale
* US Operations, Philadelphia
* Walnut Port PD, Palmerton
* Warminster PD, Warminster
* White Haven PD, White Haven
South Carolina
* Abbeville Co SO, Donalds
* Aiken Public Safety, Aiken
* North Charleston PD, North Charleston
* Duncan PD, Fingerville
* Forest Acres PD, Coyce
* Hardeeville PD, Hardeeville
* North Charleston PD, North Charleston
* Orangeburg SO, Orangeburg
* SC Department of Probation, Goose Creek
* Spartanburg Public Safety, Spartanburg
* Spartanburg SO, Taylors
• State Forensic Crime Laboratory, Columbia
TENNESSEE
* Chattanooga PD, Chattanooga
* Covington PD, Brighton
* Criminal Court - Shelby Co. Gov.,
Memphis
* DHS TSA,Morrison
* Hamblen Co. SO, Morristown
* Jackson PD, Jackson
* Knox Co.Pub.Bldg.Auth., Sevierville
* Loudon PD, Loudon
* Metro Nashville PD, White House
* Metro Prot.Agency, Memphis
* Newport PD, New Port
* Shelby Co. SO, Memphis
* Sullivan Co. SO, Bristol
* TN Wildlife Agency, Nashville
* Us Dist.Court, Nashville
* Warren Co. SO, Mcminnville
Texas
* Allen PD, Allen
* Anna PD, Anna
* Atlanta PD, Atlanta
* Austin ISDPD, Cedar Creek
* Austin PD, Austin
* Borden Co. SO, Gail
* Brazoria Co. SO, Lake Jackson
* Brewster Co. SO, Alpine
* Bryan PD, Bryan
* Cameron Co. & District Attorney,
Brownsville
* Carson Co. SO, Panhandle
* Cleveland PD, Cleveland
* Collin Co. SO, Melissa
* Cornith PD, Cornith
* Dallas Co. SO, Dallas
* Del Rio PD, Del Rio
* Denton Co. SO, Keller
* Dept. Child & Family, Corpus Christi
* DHS, Bullard
* Eastland PD, Eastland
* El Paso Co. SO, El Paso
* Elgin PD, Round Rock
* FBI Drug Enforcement, Ovilla
* Floydada EMS, Floydada
* Fort Bend Co. Sheriff's Dept., Richmond
* Ft. Bend Co. SO, East Bernard
* Galveston Co. SO, League City
* Garland PD, Garland
* Grand Prairie PD, Grand Prairie
* Grimes Co. Sheriff's Office, Anderson
* Harlingen PD, Harlingen
* Harris Co. SO, Houston
* Hemphill Co. SO, Canadian
* Hidalgo Co. Task Force, McAllen
* Houston PD, Houston
* Iowa Park PD, Iowa Park
* Lake Jackson PD, Lake Jackson
* Lamar Co. SO, Paris
* Liberty Co. SO, Dayton
* Lubbock Co. ME’S Office, Lubbock
* McCain Prison Hospital, Porter
* Missouri City PD, Missouri City
* Montgomery Co. SO, Montgomery
* Mt. Vernon PD, Talco
* Nacogdoches Co. SO, Nacogdoches
* Nueces Co. Sheriff's Dept., Corpus Christi
* Pecos PD, Pecos
* Petersburg PD, Petersburg
* Purphy PD, Carrollton
* Richmond PD, Richmond
* Roanoke PD, Roanoke
* San Angelo PD, San Angelo
* San Benito C.I.S.D, San Benito
* Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
Standards, Austin
* Tom Green Co. SO, San Antonio
* Tom Green Co. Sheriff's Office, San
Angelo
* TX Attorney General, Waco
* TX Dept of Criminal Justice, Cold Spring
* TX Dept of Health, Los Indios
* TX Dept of Public, Centerville
* UCSC, Fort Worth
* US Air Force, San Angelo
* US Army, El Paso
* US Border Patrol, Alpine
* USAF, Austin
* UTB Campus Police, Brownsville
* W. TX A&M Univ. PD, Canyon
* West Columbia PD, Madisonville
* WFPD/I.D., Wichita Falls
* Wharton PD, Wharton
* White Deer PD, White Deer
* White Oak PD, White Oak
* Wichita Co SO, Wichita Falls
Utah
* Draper City PD, Draper
* Dugway PD, Tooele
* Millard Co. SO, Fillmoore
* Murray PD, Murray
* Price City PD, Price
* Provo PD, Provo
* Salt Lake City PD, Bountiful
* Salt Lake Co., SO, Salt Lake City
* SLC PD,Crime Lab, Salt Lake City
* UT DPS-Crime Lab, Salt Lake City
* Washington CO. SO, Leeds
* West Jordan PD, West Jordan
* West Valley City PD, West Valley City
vermont
* Dept Of Veteran Affairs, Braintree
* Dept Of Veteran Affairs, White River
Junction
vIRGINIA
* Campbell Co SO, Huddleston
* Charlottesville PD, Charlottesville
* Chattanooga PD, Manassas
* Defense Intel. Agency, Arlington
* Department Of Justice, Alexandria
* Dept. Of Defense. Arlington
* DSCR, Richmond
* FBI, Falls Church
* Gloucester Co., Hayes
* Hampton PD, Hampton
* Henrico Co PD, Richmond
* Henry Co SO, Martinsville
* Loudoun Co. Fire, Aldie
* Manassas Campus PD, Centerville
* Marymount Univ., Arlington
* Montgomery Co .PD, Alexandria
* Navphibase Polce Invest. Division,
Chesapeake
* Newport News PD, New Port
* Norfolk PD, Norfolk
* NVCC Manassas Campus PD, Centerville
* Peace Corps, Dulles
* Richmond PD, Mechanicsville
* Roanoke City PD, Roanoke
* Scott Co., Gate City
* Smithfield PD, Smithfield
* US Navy, Alexanderia
* US Army, Fort Myer
* US Capital Police, Alexandria
* US Coast Guard, Chesapeake
* US Marine Corps, Yorktown
* USAG-Provost Mar., Frederick
* VA State Capital Police, Mechanicsville
* VA State Police, Suffolk
* VA-DOC Security, Richmond
WASHINGTON
* Auburn PD, Federal Way
* City Of Kirkland, Maple Valley
* City of Richland
* Graham Fire & Rescue, Tacoma
* Island Co. SO, Coupeville
* Seattle PD- CSI Unit, Mukilteo
* Seattle PD, Seattle
* Sequim PD, Sequim
* U.S. Government, Rainer
* US Army, E. Wenatchee
* US Army, Ft. Lewis
* US Army, Moses Lake
* US Navy, Bremerton
* US Navy, Oak Harbor
* US Navy, Seattle
* US Navy, Silverdale
* Walla Walla PD, Walla Walla
WEST VIRGINIA
* Basin PD, Graybul
* Fairmont College, Rivesville
* Parkersburg PD, Parkersburg
* Princeton Fire Dept., Princeton
* Us Army, Yelm
* Wichita Co. SO, Stattsmill
Wisconsin
* Adams Co. SO, Adams
* Brown Co. SO, Greenbay
* Dane Co. SO, McFarland
* Fond Du Lac PD, Fond Du Lac
* Madison PD, Madison
* Monroe PD, Monroe
* Riverside Med Ctr., Waupaca
* Rock Co. SO, Janesville
WYOMING
* Lincoln Co. Drug, Alpine
* Lyman PD, Lyman
* US Army, Cheyenne
* Wyoming Hwy. Patrol, Cheyenne
* Wyoming State Penitentiary, Rawlins
American Institute of Applied Science
has enrolled students from the following
agencies and countries
Foreign Government agencies
Antigua
• Police Headquarters
Australia
• Forensic Science Section, Police
Headquarters, Darwin
• New South Wales Police Dept., New South
Wales
• Scientific Bureau, Police Headquarters,
Perth
• Victoria Police Dept., Flemington
Bahamas
• Royal Bahamas Police Dept., Nassau, New
Providence
British Solomon Islands
• Central Police Headquarters, Honiara
British Virgin Islands
• Police Headquarters
Cameroon
• Dept. of Prisons, Maroua
• Prince Albert, Saskatchewan
• Regina, Saskatchewan
Canadian Police:
• Calgary, Alberta
• Edmonton, Alberta
• Halifax, Nova Scotia
• Lambeth, Ontario
• Laval, Quebec
• London, Ontario
• Madoc, Ontario
• Medicine Hat, Alberta
• Peel Regional, Ontario
• Rothsesay, New Brunswick

• St. John's, Newfoundland Ireland Republic of Panama
• Thunder Bay, Ontario • Garda, Dept. of Justice • Federal Police,
• Toronto, Ontario
Israel Saudi Arabia
• Vancouver, British Columbia
• Israel Police Headquarters, C.I.D., • Arabian-American Oil Company,
• Victoria, British Columbia
Jerusalem ARAMCO Security Force
• Winnipeg, Manitoba
Jamaica • Petromin Shell Oil Company, Security
Cyprus • Ministry of National Security Force, Al Jubail
• Public Security, C.I.D., Limossaol • Police College, Ministry of the Interior,
Kingdom of Lesotho
Dominica • Central Police Headquarters, Maseru
Riyadh
• Police Headquarters
Liberia south Korea
Ghana • Ministry of Finance, Monrovia,
• Ministry of National Defence, Seoul
• Ghana Police Force, Konongo • Supreme Prosecutor's Office, C.I.D., Seoul
Mauritius Tanzania
Grenada • Central Police Constabulary, Mahebourg
• Police Headquarters, St. Georges • Central Police Force, Dar-es-Salaam
• Prime Minister's Office, Security Force,
Guyana Port Louis Trinidad
• Guyana National Service, Georgetown • Trinidad and Tobago Police Services
New Guinea
Haiti • Kila Police Force, Port Moresby, Papua Uganda
• Dept. of Police, Port-au-Prince • Police Headquarters, Identification Bureau,
Nigeria Kampala
Iceland • Central Police Headquarters, Port Harcort
• Iceland National Police Force, C.I.D.,
Pakistan Zambia
Reykjavik • Zambia National Police Force, Lusaka
• Police Forensic Science Laboratory,
India Peshawar
• Investigation Unit, Judge Advocate's Office,
Philippines
Anantapur
• Metro-Manila Police Force, Manila

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COURSE CURRICULUM
Criminalistics and Forensic Science
Criminalistics and Forensic Science
The American Institute of Applied Science curriculum is comprised of a series of lessons on a variety of topics in the field of criminalistics and forensic
Science. The lessons are grouped as follows:

Forensic Science Forensic Science

Program 101
This program is designed to provide a fundamental background in
forensic science to law enforcement professionals and others who
wish to pursue a career in criminal investigation.
The material offers the student an opportunity to learn the gen-
eral principles of forensic science as they relate to criminal inves-
tigations.
For those who are interested in receiving college credits, the pro-
gram is the equivalent of 6 semester hours.
Program 101*
1. Course 101C Criminal Investigation
2. Course 101M Modus Operandi
Program 201
This program is designed especially for students who have com-
pleted Program 101 and for law enforcement professionals who
have a background in forensic applications. It allows the student
to gain a greater understanding of the processes involved in foren-
sic investigations and selected forensic laboratory techniques.
The material features topics from today’s criminalistics field, from
DNA Analysis to Arson and Explosion Investigations.
For those who are interested in receiving college credits, the pro-
gram is the equivalent of 3 semester hours.
Program 201
1. Course 201f Fundamentals of Forensic Investigation

3. Course 101FI Firearms Identification 2. Course 201T Trace Evidence & Its Significance

4. Course 101Q Questioned Documents 3. Course 201a Fundamentals of Arson & Explosion
Investigations
5. Course 101P Police Photography
4. Course 201b Significance of Blood in Criminal
6. Course 101F Fingerprint Classification and Identification Investigations
(This course includes all the lessons in 101FR Fingerprint Recording
and Latent Print Development plus 14 lessons on the Henry Clas- 5. Course 201d Forensic Investigations into Drugs &
sification System and the FBI Extensions to the Henry System.) Alcohol

Program 101B*
This program is identical to Program 101 except for the classifi-
cation lessons in Course 101F (see description above). Program
101B does not include lessons on the Henry Fingerprint Clas-
sification System.
* NOTE: Choose either Program 101 or Program 101B depending on
whether or not you want to learn the Henry Classification System.
All other aspects of the two programs are identical.

Individual Forensic Science Courses

This option allows students a chance to study topics of their choice. Students may choose any of the courses listed above in Program 101
or Program 201.

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 COURSE tuition

1 COURSE 101C:
Criminal Investigation
(Program 101 & 101B) 4 COURSE 101q:
Questioned Documents
(Program 101 & 101B) 6 COURSE 101f:
Fingerprint Classification &
Identification (Program 101)
—or—

2 COURSE 101m:
Modus Operandi
(Program 101 & 101B) 5 COURSE 101p:
Police Photography
(Program 101 & 101B)
COURSE 101fr:
Fingerprint Recording & Latent Print De-
velopment (Program 101B)

3 COURSE 101fi:
Firearms Identification
(Program 101 & 101B)

Program 101 (if purchased in its entirety)
Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $800.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $34.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Program 101 $859.00
Program 101b (if purchased in its entirety)
Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $615.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $27.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Program 101B $667.00

* Students who have materials shipped outside the Continental US are required to prepay freight charges. These materials are shipped
by Federal Express and the shipping charges are determined by the student’s physical location address (No PO Boxes Please). Stu-
dents should call (800-354-5134), fax (919-556-6784) or e-mail us at training@sirchie.com to receive the calculation of these freight
charges.

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COURSE 101C
Criminal Investigation

T
his course gives
the student a
fundamental
understanding of crimi-
nal investigations. The
material explores the
role of the criminal in-
vestigator and covers the
investigative process,
from securing the crime
scene to interviewing
potential witnesses. The
crime laboratory is also
explained.

10 lessons course objectives

1. An Introduction to Criminal Investigation & The Criminal After successfully completing Course 101C, the student will be able to:
Investigator • Describe roles and responsibilities in law administration.
2. Investigative Goals • Discuss crime scene procedures.
3. Report Writing, The Investigator’s Notebook • Enumerate requirements for investigative reports.
4. Specific Functions—The Crime Scene • Define terms specific to criminal investigation.
5. The Crime Scene Sketch • Tell how evidence should be collected and transported.
6. Evidence Collection & The Crime Laboratory • Describe interview techniques.
7. Interviews & Interrogations • Differentiate between types of crimes.
8. Some Specific Crimes • Explain how evidence is gathered for presentation in court.
9. Evidence in Court • Identify sources of information helpful in criminal investiga-
10. Sources of Information tions.

course 101c (if purchased individually)

Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $200.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $5.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 101C $230.00

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 COURSE 101M
Modus Operandi
3 lessons
1. HIstory, Crimes & The M.O. of System of Classification
2. Classifying M.O. Data
3. Filing M.O. Data, The PIK100 Photo-Ident Kit, &
Computer Generated Composites

course objectives
After successfully completing Course 101M the student will be able to:
•  Name the ten factors that are always considered in criminal in-
vestigations.
•  Identify the six crimes for gain or profit that make use of the
M.O. System.
•  Assign numerical designations to primary, secondary, and sub-
factors.
•  Designate the proper codes for individualized markings, such
as scars or tattoos.
•  Spot trademarks left by the criminal.
•  File M.O. reports.
•  Identify types of crimes.
•  Complete M.O. classifications.

M
odus Operandi, or method of operation, is
detailed as an aid in criminal investigations.
The course covers criminal behavior patterns
and the methodology required to identify criminals.
Classify methods of operation—from means of attack
to property attacked and trademarks—and trace them
back to the perpetrator.

course 101M (if purchased individually)

Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $60.00
Return Mai Handling (continental US only) $2.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 101M $87.00

* Students who have materials shipped outside the Continental US are required to prepay freight charges. These materials are shipped
by Federal Express and the shipping charges are determined by the student’s physical location address (No PO Boxes Please). Stu-
dents should call (800-354-5134), fax (919-556-6784) or e-mail us at training@sirchie.com to receive the calculation of these freight
charges.
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COURSE 101fi
Firearms Identification

T he identification
of firearms which
are used in acts
of crime is the topic of
this course. A history of
firearms and ballistics is
detailed. The methods
for finding identifying
markings from a gun
are reviewed. Gunshot
wounds and patterns,
and their relevance in
investigations are stud-
ied.

10 lessons Course objectives

1. Development of Firearms and Ammunition, Interior and
Exterior Ballistics
2. Firearms Types and Mechanisms, Handguns, Rifles,
Machine Guns, Shotguns
3. Manufacturing Procedures, Identification Problems, Barrel
Manufacture
4. Shotgun Designations and Interpretation, Modern Ammu-
nition
5. Tools and Instruments for the Firearms Examiner, Exami-
nation Procedures
6. Examination Procedures—Continued
7. Examination Procedures—Continued
8. Supplementary Test Methods
9. Firearms Crime Scene Investigations
10. Court Procedures, Direct Testimony—Cross Examination,
Legal References, Firearms Case Law Citations
After successfully completing Course 101FI, the student will be able to:
• Relate the history of firearms and ammunition identification.
• Explain how bullets and cartridges can be matched to
weapons.
• Differentiate between types of guns, how they work, and how
they leave markings on bullets and cartridges.
• Define the purpose and process of proof testing.
• Identify equipment used and steps taken in the testing and
identification of firearms.
• Tell how obliterated serial numbers of guns can be restored.
• Describe customary crime scene procedures.
• Point out courtroom responsibilities and recommended actions
of expert witnesses.

course 101fi (if purchased individually)

Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $200.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $5.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 101FI $230.00

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 COURSE 101q
Questioned Documents

L
earn how the iden-
tification of hand-
writing has played
a major role in the
solution of many of the
country’s most famous
crimes. A study of the
factors underlying hand-
writing identification,
such as pen position,
alignment and form,
is presented. Modern
typewriting systems and
different types of com-
puter printers are also
examined.

8 lessons Course objectives

1. History, Mechanisms, Factors, Exemplars, and Standards
2. Capitals, Numerals and Special Marks
3. System, Movements, Muscular Habits, and Skills
4. Analysis Charts, Form, Cases Worked Out
5. Practical Examples Worked Out in Detail
6. Typewriting History, Class Characteristics, Identifying
Factors
7. Analysis of Typewritten Material and Practical Examples
8. Review, Modern Typewriters, and Word Processing Systems
After successfully completing Course 101Q, the student will be able to:
• Identify the factors critical to handwriting analysis.
• Describe the handwriting norms used as bases of comparisons.
• Identify deviations from handwriting norms.
• Spot deviations that give clues to a writer's physical condition
and skill level.
• Demonstrate the three distinctive penmanship movements.
• Use an analysis chart to assign weights to deviations.
• Relate the relative significance of particular deviations.
• Recognize and record factor deviations.
• Use mathematical equations to figure probabilities.
• Cite methods of identifying the machine and operator who pro-
duced a questioned document.

course 101Q (if purchased individually)

Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $160.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $4.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 101Q $189.00

* Students who have materials shipped outside the Continental US are required to prepay freight charges. These materials are shipped
by Federal Express and the shipping charges are determined by the student’s physical location address (No PO Boxes Please). Stu-
dents should call (800-354-5134), fax (919-556-6784) or e-mail us at training@sirchie.com to receive the calculation of these freight
charges.
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COURSE 101p
Police Photography

W
hat equipment is used
in police photography
and how is it handled?
What processes are involved in
the production of a finished pho-
tograph? Learn about the various
types of cameras, how to develop
film and print pictures, and how to
take various types of photographs.

10 lessons Course objectives

1. Principles of Photography, Light, General Camera Features
2. Lenses and Light Control, Light and Lighting in Photogra-
phy
3. Photographic Films, Forms of Film and Types of Films
4. Lenses, Shutters, and General Types of Cameras
5. Special Types of Cameras and Accessories
6. The Darkroom, Processing Film, Negative Defects and
Their Usual Causes
7. Printing—Printing Papers, Contact Printing, Enlarging,
Common Print Defects and Their Sources
8. Police Photography, Mug and Crime Scene Photography,
Copying, The Fingerprint and Evidence Camera
9. Photomacrography, Photomicrography, Ultraviolet and In-
frared Photography, Mounting and Filing
10. Fingerprint Photography, Special Problems in Fingerprint
Photography
After successfully completing Course 101P, the student will be able to:
• Explain various camera features.
• Identify types of lighting used in photography.
• Describe characteristics of film types.
• Compare lenses and focal plane shutters.
• Name accessories required under special situations.
• Discuss darkroom procedures.
• Select development options to correct negatives.
• Differentiate between mug shot techniques and crime scene
photography.
• List the types of photography used in criminal investigations.
• Discuss fingerprint photography.
• Relate the advantages of digital photography.
• Discuss proper techniques when using video photography.

course 101p (if purchased individually)

Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $200.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $5.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 101P $230.00

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 COURSE 101f
Fingerprint Classification & Identification
26 lessons
1. The History of Fingerprints
2. Ridge Formation and Ridge Destruction
3. Pattern Types and Pattern Interpretation, Loops
4. Pattern Interpretation—Whorls
5. Arches, Tented Arches, Ridge Counting, Ridge Tracing
6. The Fingerprint Kit, Recording Fingerprints
7. The Fingerprint Card, Unusual Circumstances
8. Latent Prints, Crime Scene Procedures
9. Latent Prints—Continued

10. Primary Classification
11. The Secondary and Small Letter Subclassifications.
12. The Subsecondary
13. The Final
14. Pattern Interpretation, Review of the Henry Classification
15. Filing Fingerprint Records
16. Combinations and Approximating Patterns
17. Preparing Fingerprint Court Exhibits
18. F.B.I. Extensions to the Henry System
19. Classification Practice
20. The N.C.I.C. Computer Classification System
21. The Fingerprint Witness in Court, Case Histories
22. Identification of Palm and Footprints
23. Bureau Operations and Records
24. Post Mortem Fingerprinting
25. Fingerprints and Laser Technology
26. AFIS—Automated Fingerprint Identification System
course 101F (if purchased individually)
Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $520.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $13.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 101F $558.00
OPTIONAL KITS (see Page 14)
IAS100 Kit $54.00 + $7.50 shipping & handling
IAS200 Kit $198.00 + $15.00 shipping & handling
T
his course covers the methodology of locat-
ing latent prints and matching latent prints to
known prints, and the classification of prints.
Modern technology regarding latent print develop-
ment, alternative light sources and the future of com-
puterized classification are explored. Optional kits are
available to complement the written material.
Course objectives
After successfully completing Course 101F, the student will be able to:
• Relate the history of the science of human identification.
• Describe the formation and identification of fingerprints and
other significant markings on human fingers.
• Define fingerprint classifications.
• Record and file fingerprints—under normal and unusual cir-
cumstances.
• Differentiate ridge characteristics in finger, palm and foot
prints.
• Match and interpret fingerprints.
• Describe crime scene procedures, including developing latent
prints.
• Prepare court exhibits and present evidence in court.
• Discuss the F.B.I. extensions to the Henry Classification Sys-
tem.
• Conduct post-mortem fingerprint identification.
• Classify fingerprints under the National Crime Information
Center Classification System.
• Discuss the latest in fingerprint technology, including lasers
and the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).

* Students who have materials shipped outside the Continental US are required to prepay freight charges. These materials are shipped
by Federal Express and the shipping charges are determined by the student’s physical location address (No PO Boxes Please). Stu-
dents should call (800-354-5134), fax (919-556-6784) or e-mail us at training@sirchie.com to receive the calculation of these freight
charges.
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COURSE 101FR
Fingerprint Recording & Latent Print Development

T
his course is the alternative
choice to Course 101F. It is
designed for those students
that don’t feel the need to learn the
Henry Classification System and
the FBI Extensions to the Henry
System. Optional kits are available
to complement the written mate-
rial.
Course 101FR is offered in the Fo-
rensic Science Program 101B.

12 lessons Course objectives

1. The History of Fingerprints After successfully completing Course 101FR, the student will be able
2. Ridge Formation and Ridge Destruction to:

3. The Fingerprint Kit, Recording Fingerprints • Relate the history of the science of human identification.
4. The Fingerprint Card, Unusual Circumstances • Describe the formation and identification of fingerprints and
5. Latent Fingerprints, Crime Scene Procedures other significant markings on human fingers.

6. Latent Prints—Continued • Record fingerprints under normal and unusual circumstances.

7. Bureau Operations and Records • Describe crime scene procedures, including developing and
lifting latent prints.
8. Post Mortem Fingerprinting
• Prepare court exhibits and present court evidence.
9. Fingerprints and Laser Technology
• Conduct post-mortem fingerprinting.
10. AFIS—Automated Fingerprint Identification System
• Discuss the latest in fingerprint technology, including lasers
11. Preparing Fingerprint Court Exhibits
and the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).
12. The Fingerprint Witness in Court, Case Histories

course 101FR (if purchased individually) OPTIONAL KITS (see Page 14)
Registration Fee $25.00 IAS100 Kit $54.00 + $7.50 shipping & handling
Tuition $240.00 IAS200 Kit $198.00 + $15.00 shipping & handling
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $12.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 101FR $277.00

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 OPTIONAL KITS
Fingerprint Kits for Courses 101F & 101FR
The American Institute of Applied Science recommends the purchase of one of these kits if you are a student without access to fingerprint materials.
Please note that the US Dept. of Commerce requires AIAS to have a license with all countries outside the USA we ship fingerprint kits to.
This may delay the shipment of your fingerprint kit.
IAS100 BASIC EQUIPMENT KIT CONTENTS:
1- No. 101L1 Silk Black Latent Powder, 1 oz.
1- No. SG202L1 Silver/Gray Latent Powder, 1 oz.
1- No. 118L Regular Powder Brush
1- No. 144L Transparent Lifting Tape, 1.5" x 360"
5- No. LPB1001 Black Backing Cards, 3" x 5"
5- No. LPW1001 White Backing Cards, 3" x 5"
10- No. FC3301 Finger Print Record Cards, 8" x 8"
1- No. 230T Finger Print Ink, 2 oz.
1- No. FPR200 Unified Ink Roller, 2"
1- No. FPT205 Glass Inking Slab, 4" x 10"
1- No. FPT264W Finger Print Cardholder
10- No. FPT1C1 Super Cleaner Towelettes
1- No. FC350 Non-Retractable Ridge Counter
1- No. KCP204 Folding Magnifier
1- No. KCP205 Henry Disk
IAS100 Kit $54.00 + $7.50 shipping & handling

IAS200 FINGERPRINT CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION KIT CONTENTS:

1- No. 101L Silk Black Latent Powder, 2 oz. 1- No. FPT2701 Wallet-Type Vinyl Case
1- No. 103L Indestructible White Latent Powder, 2 oz. 1- No. FPT270A Elimination Finger Print Form Pad, 50 sheets
1- No. SB201L Silver/Black Latent Powder, 2 oz. 1- No. PMP100 Pocket-Mini Porelon® Pad
1- No. SG202L Silver/Gray Latent Powder, 2 oz. 1- No. TM90 Manual, "Crime Scene to Courtroom"
2- No. 119L Spread Powder Brushes 1- No. IAS2001 Attache-Type, Molded Polypropylene Carrying
2- No. 122L Fiberglass Latent Print Brushes Case and Machined Internal Component Pad
1- No. SBM9 Silver/Black Magnetic Latent Powder, 1 oz.
1- No. SBM10 Silver/Gray Magnetic Latent Powder, 1 oz.
1- No. 125L Magnetic Powder Applicator
1- No. 130LT Transparent Hinge Lifters, 1 1/2" x 2", 24 ea.
1- No. 131LT Transparent Hinge Lifters, 2" x 4", 12 ea.
1- No. 131LW White Hinge Lifters, 2" x 4", 12 ea.
1- No. 145L2 Frosted Lifting Tape, 2" x 360"
2- No. 125LW1 White Rubber Lifters, 7" x 9"
1- No. 125LB1 Black Rubber Lifters, 7" x 9"
1- No. LB0031 Reversible Backing Sheet Pad, 50 Sheets
10- No. LPB1001 Backing/Sketch/Record Cards, 3" x 5"
10- No. LPW1001 Backing/Sketch/Record Cards, 3" x 5"
1- No. KCP205 Henry Disk
1- No. 230T Finger Print Ink, 2 oz.
1- No. FPR200 Unified Ink Roller, 2"
1- No. FPT205 Glass Inking Slab, 4" x 10"
1- No. FPT264W Finger Print Cardholder
20- No. FPT1C1 Super Cleaner Towelettes
20- No. FC3301 Finger Print Record Cards, 8" x 8"
1- No. 316M Magnifier, 2.5" dia.
1- No. 313M Professional Folding Magnifier
1- No. FC350 Non-Retractable Ridge Counter
1- No. 603E Evidence Identification Tape, 1" x 500"
1- No. KCP110 Scissors, 5"
IAS200 Kit $198.00 + $15.00 shipping & handling

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COURSE Tuition
Program 201

1 COURSE 201F:
Fundamentals of Forensic
Investigation 3 COURSE 201A:
Fundamentals of Arson &
Explosion Investigations 5 COURSE 201D:
Forensic Investigations into
Drugs & Alcohol

2 COURSE 201T:
Trace Evidence & Its
Significance 4 COURSE 201B:
The Significance of Blood in
Criminal Investigations

Program 201 (if purchased in its entirety)

Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $329.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $11.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Program 201 $365.00

* Students who have materials shipped outside the Continental US are required to prepay freight charges. These materials are shipped
by Federal Express and the shipping charges are determined by the student’s physical location address (No PO Boxes Please). Stu-
dents should call (800-354-5134), fax (919-556-6784) or e-mail us at training@sirchie.com to receive the calculation of these freight
charges.
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 COURSE 201F
Fundamentals of Forensic Investigation
5 lessons
1. Processing The Crime Scene
2. Evaluating Physical Evidence
3. Understanding The Nature of Physical Evidence
4. Forensic Laboratory Methods
5. The Microscope—Magnifying Physical Evidence

course objectives
After successfully completing Course 201F the student will be able to:
• Describe crime scene procedures.
• Explain various ways to protect crime scene evidence.
• Identify the elements in physical evidence.
• Discuss crime scene reconstruction.
• Differentiate between weight, mass and density of matter.
• Define selected terms used in forensic investigation.
• Describe several methods used to identify organic and inor-
ganic substances.
• Identify selected tools used in forensic investigation.
• Discuss various types of microscopes and what they do.
• Select the type of microscope most frequently used for criminal
investigation.

T
his course covers the fundamental physical and
chemical processes of forensic investigations.
Processing the crime scene, evaluating and un-
derstanding physical evidence, and laboratory meth-
ods are major topics covered. Microscopy and the use
and capabilities of different microscopes are analyzed.

course 201f (if purchased individually)

Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $100.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $3.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 201F $128.00

* Students who have materials shipped outside the Continental US are required to prepay freight charges. These materials are shipped
by Federal Express and the shipping charges are determined by the student’s physical location address (No PO Boxes Please). Stu-
dents should call (800-354-5134), fax (919-556-6784) or e-mail us at training@sirchie.com to receive the calculation of these freight
charges.
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COURSE 201t
Trace Evidence & Its Significance

T
his course de-
scribes the analy-
sis of glass, soil,
hair fibers, and paint
samples. Types of each
sample are compared for
identification and col-
lection purposes. Also,
motor vehicle lamps
(specifically turn signals)
are covered with em-
phasis place on accident
reconstruction.

4 lessons Course objectives

1. Glass and Soil Analysis After successfully completing Course 201T, the student will be able to:
2. Hair Analysis • Determine whether a window is broken from the inside or the
3. Fiber and Paint Analysis outside.

4. Lamps—On or Off? • Name the method used for determining the density of glass.
• Describe the conditions under which soil samples should be
compared.
• Discuss the forensic examination of human hair.
• Name the sources and chemical substance of selected fibers.
• Select the correct microscopes for examining fibers and paint
specimens.
• Determine whether automobile lights were turned on before or
after an accident.
• Discuss how various conditions affect filaments.

course 201T (if purchased individually)

Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $80.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $2.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 201T $107.00

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 COURSE 201A
Fundamentals of Arson & Explosion Investigations

T
his course cov-
ers the chemistry
of fire and its
relation to arson inves-
tigation. Learn how to
determine the cause of a
fire by examining burn
patterns. Discover tech-
niques used to find ac-
celerants and the proper
way to collect, preserve,
and analyze arson
evidence. Explosives are
also covered.

—Photo Courtesy of Franklin

County (NC) Crime Scene Unit

4 lessons Course objectives

1. The Chemistry of Fire After successfully completing Course 201A, the student will be able to:
2. Searching Out The Cause of A Fire • Define selected terms used in the investigation of fire and ex-
3. Collection, Preservation plosions.
and Analysis of Arson • Name the requirements for burning to occur and spread.
Evidence • Identify burn patterns and tell what they reveal.
4. Investigating Explosions • Explain how a trained dog can help investigate a fire.
• Describe methods of discovering and collecting arson evi-
dence.
• Tell how flammable residues are detected and characterized.
• Differentiate between high and low explosives.
• Cite the characteristics of initiating and non-initiating explo-
sives.

course 201A (if purchased individually)

Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $80.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $2.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 201A $107.00

* Students who have materials shipped outside the Continental US are required to prepay freight charges. These materials are shipped
by Federal Express and the shipping charges are determined by the student’s physical location address (No PO Boxes Please). Stu-
dents should call (800-354-5134), fax (919-556-6784) or e-mail us at training@sirchie.com to receive the calculation of these freight
charges.
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COURSE 201B
Significance of Blood in Criminal Investigations
3 lessons
1. Fundamentals of Forensic Serology
2. Investigating Bloody Events
3. Fundamentals of DNA Analysis

Course objectives
After successfully completing Course 201B, the student will be able to:
• Describe how "invisible" bloodstains can be exposed.
• Cite precautions to avoid diminishing the value of blood evi-
dence.
• Relate steps in the investigation of rape cases.
• Tell how forensic investigators determine the cause of injury
and when and where bloodshed occurred.
• Determine if a bleeding victim was standing still, turning,
walking or running.
• Provide an example of complementary sequence in DNA base
pairing.
• Point out how criminal investigation benefits from DNA labo-
ratory techniques.
• Explain how it is possible to distinguish one person from an-
other through DNA molecules.

T
his course covers the biology of blood analysis
in forensic contexts and the value of blood evi-
dence. Learn the proper methods for collecting
and preserving blood and physiological fluids. Blood
spatter analysis and the fundamentals of DNA are also
covered.

course 201B (if purchased individually)

Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $60.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $2.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 201B $87.00

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COURSE 201D
Forensic Investigations into Drugs & Alcohol

W
hat are drugs
and how are
they classi-
fied? This course offers
a look at natural and
synthetic substances
which affect the central
nervous system. The
course also covers drug
control laws, drug test-
ing and drug toxicology.
The effects of alcohol
and alcohol absorption
are included topics.

5 lessons Course objectives

1. What is A Drug? After successfully completing Course 201D, the student will be able to:
2. Drug Control Laws • List the names and effects of illegal drugs.
3. Drug Collection, Preservation and Identification •  Identify the sources of selected drugs.
4. The Fate of Alcohol in • Cite the criteria for drug classification under the Controlled
The Body Substances Act.
5. Drug Toxicology • Match selected drugs to the correct classification schedule.
• Describe methods of collecting and preserving volatile sol-
vents.
• Itemize steps that forensic chemists follow to identify unknown
substances.
• Describe field tests to determine alcohol intoxication.
• Relate conditions that affect the stability of blood alcohol in
blood samples.
• Name the metabolites of selected drugs.
• Cite preferred procedures for confirming a drug's identity.

course 201D (if purchased individually)

Registration Fee $25.00
Tuition $100.00
Return Mail Handling (continental US only) $3.00
Return Mail Handling (outside continental US) CALL*
TOTAL COST of Course 201D $128.00

* Students who have materials shipped outside the Continental US are required to prepay freight charges. These materials are shipped
by Federal Express and the shipping charges are determined by the student’s physical location address (No PO Boxes Please). Stu-
dents should call (800-354-5134), fax (919-556-6784) or e-mail us at training@sirchie.com to receive the calculation of these freight
charges.

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 American Institute
of Applied Science
Enrollment Application & Payment Contract

ACADEMIC HONESTY:
All course and/or program work, including practical exercises,
test and examinations must be the sole work of the individual
student. Lessons may be discussed with others, but the actual
response on practical exercises, tests and examinations must be
his/her own work.
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If AIAS suspects academic dishonesty, the student will be con-

tacted by the Director of Education and asked for an explana-
tion. If the explanation appears to be inadequate, the student
will be informed that academic dishonesty is suspected and that
unless a satisfactory explanation can be provided by the student
he or she will be subject to disciplinary action which may result
in a course or program grade of incomplete or failure until the
matter is resolved or dismissal for academic dishonesty. The Di-
rector of Education will inform the student in writing of his/her
decision and, if necessary, the appropriate disciplinary action
taken, if any.
The student may appeal the decision of the Director of Educa-
tion in writing to the Director of the School within 10 business
days of the date of the written notification from the Director of
Education. The Director of the School will conduct an indepen-
dent investigation, provide a written decision to the student and
the Director of Education concerning the findings of the Direc-
tor of Education and actions taken. The decision of the Director
of the School will be final.
Actions not constituting Academic Dishonesty:
1. A student submitting original work done with the assistance
of an AIAS instructor/faculty.
2. A student discussing course material with others for the sake
of understanding. However, as a general rule, such discus-
sion becomes suspect as soon as the other person’s informa-
tion is directly incorporated into the student’s course work.
Actions that constitute Academic Dishonesty:
1. A student submitting work that is not original.
2. A student submitting someone else’s work or a modifica-
tion of that work, with or without that person’s knowledge,
regardless of the circumstances under which it was obtained,
copied or modified.
3. A student contracting course work out to others.
4. A student lying or failing to give full cooperation to the Di-
rector of Education or the Director of the School during an
investigation of dishonesty.

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 APPLICATION
Students who have materials shipped outside the Continental US are required to
prepay freight charges. These materials are shipped by Federal Express and the
shipping charges are determined by the student’s physical location address (No PO
Boxes Please). Students should call (800-354-5134), fax (919-556-6784) or e-mail
us at training@sirchie.com to receive the calculation of these freight charges.

A.I.A.S. Home Study Program

REASON(S) FOR ENROLLMENT:
¨ To get a job in law enforcement; ¨ To get a job in private security; ¨ To upgrade my skills as a(n)_ ___________________ ;
¨ To explore the possibilities for career; ¨ Job requirement; ¨ Personal interest or hobby; ¨ Other_ ____________________
Please enroll me in your Home Study Program in Forensic Science for the following. (You may select a complete program or individual courses.)

PROGRAM(s):
¨ PROGRAM 101: All courses comprising the Forensic Science Program 101…101C, 101M, 101FI, 101Q , 101P, and 101F.
¨ PROGRAM 101B: All courses comprising the Forensic Science Program 101B…101C, 101M, 101FI, 101Q , 101P, and 101FR.
¨ PROGRAM 201: All courses comprising the Forensic Science Program 201…201F, 201T, 201A, 201B, and 201D.

INDIVIDUAL COURSE(S)—PROGRAM 101: INDIVIDUAL COURSE(S)—PROGRAM 201:

¨ 101C Criminal Investigation.................................... 10 Lessons
¨ 101M Modus Operandi.............................................3 Lessons
¨ 101FI Firearms Identification.................................. 10 Lessons
¨ 101Q Questioned Document Examination...............8 Lessons
¨ 101P Police Photography......................................... 10 Lessons
¨ 101F Fingerprint Classification & Identification....26 Lessons
¨ 201F Fundamentals of Forensic Investigation...........5 Lessons
¨ 201T Trace Evidence & Its Significance....................4 Lessons
¨ 201A Fundamentals of Arson &
Explosion Investigations............................................4 Lessons
¨ 201B The Significance of Blood
in Criminal Investigations..........................................3 Lessons
¨ 201D Forensic Investigations into

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¨ 101FR Fingerprint Recording &
Latent Print Development........................................12 Lessons Drugs & Alcohol........................................................5 Lessons

I understand that these are basic introductory courses and the completion of them does not qualify me as an expert. I understand that my tuition
must be paid IN FULL in order to receive FINAL EXAMS. I must pass the exams with a minimum grade of 70% to graduate. My certificate of
completion will be sent to me upon graduation.

PLEASE PRINT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

Amount Enclosed: $________________________________________ Date of Enrollment:_____________________________________
Phone: day (____)_______________________; (Home or Work ) evening (____)_____________________________(Home or Work)
Name: (last)_ _____________________________________________, (first)_______________________________ (middle initial)______
Street/Shipping Address. If sending to a business include a business name:._________________________________________________
Address__________________________________________City, ________________________State _ ________ Zip ______________
Correspondence Address (if different from shipping)if sending to a Business include Business Name:
Address__________________________________________City, ________________________State _ ________ Zip ______________
email address:_____________________________________CHECK HERE TO TAKE EXAMS ON-LINE:_ _____
Occupation:_ _____________________________________________ Employer's Name/Dept.:_________________________________
Date of Birth (MM/DD/YY):_ ______________________________ Social Security Number: __ __ __ - __ __ - __ __ __ __
Send Progress Reports to:_ ________________________________________________________________________________________

EDUCATION:
¨ High School ¨ G.E.D. ¨ College (circle one) 1 2 3 4 ¨ Other_ ____________________
The North Carolina Community College System requires that we have on file an OFFICIAL GED, high school or college transcript or DD-214.
Enclosed is my official document from: (check one)
¨ High School; ¨ G.E.D.; ¨ College; or ¨ Other. ¨ I have requested an OFFICIAL transcript to be sent directly to AIAS.
Name and Address of High School/College:__________________________________________________________________________

How did you hear about the AIAS?_ ________________________________________________________________________________

Signature of Applicant:_ ____________________________________________________ Date:_________________________________

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 PAYMENT
Students who have materials shipped outside the Continental US are required to prepay freight charges.
These materials are shipped by Federal Express and the shipping charges are determined by the student’s
physical location address (No PO Boxes Please). Students should call (800-354-5134), fax (919-556-

CONTRACT A.I.A.S. Home Study Program

6784) or e-mail us at training@sirchie.com to receive the calculation of these freight charges.

Please check the appropriate boxes for the Programs or Courses you wish to take. Add the total cost and place that figure in the space provided. Then
check your desired Payment Plan Option, sign the contract and include your down payment either by check or credit card number. NOTE: Your
enrollment application must accompany this contract along with an official GED, high school or college transcript or DD-214.

PROGRAM(s):
¨ PROGRAM 101........................................................................................................................................................................... $859.00
¨ PROGRAM 101B........................................................................................................................................................................ $667.00
¨ PROGRAM 201.......................................................................................................................................................................... $365.00

INDIVIDUAL COURSE(S)—PROGRAM 101:

¨ 101C Criminal Investigation.........................................................................................................................................................$230.00
¨ 101M Modus Operandi.................................................................................................................................................................. $87.00
¨ 101FI Firearms Identification.......................................................................................................................................................$230.00
¨ 101Q Questioned Document Examination.................................................................................................................................. $189.00
¨ 101P Police Photography..............................................................................................................................................................$230.00
¨ 101F Fingerprint Classification & Identification......................................................................................................................... $558.00
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¨ 101FR Fingerprint Recording & Latent Print Development....................................................................................................... $277.00

OPTIONAL FINGERPRINT KITS FOR COURSES 101F & 101FR:

The American Institute of Applied Science recommends the purchase of one of these kits if you are a student without access to fingerprint materials.
Please note that the US Dept. of Commerce requires AIAS to have a license with all countries outside the USA we ship fingerprint kits to.
This may delay the shipment of your fingerprint kit.
¨ IAS100 Basic Equipment Kit (plus shipping & handling)............................................................................................................. $61.50
¨ IAS200 Fingerprint Crime Scene Investigation Kit (plus shipping & handling)....................................................................... $213.00

INDIVIDUAL COURSE(S)—PROGRAM 201:

¨ 201F Fundamentals of Forensic Investigation..............................................................................................................................$128.00
¨ 201T Trace Evidence & Its Significance....................................................................................................................................... $107.00
¨ 201A Fundamentals of Arson & Explosion Investigations.......................................................................................................... $107.00
¨ 201B The Significance of Blood in Criminal Investigations.......................................................................................................... $87.00
¨ 201DForensic Investigations into Drugs & Alcohol....................................................................................................................$128.00
TOTAL COST____________

PAYMENT PLAN OPTIONS*

P¨PLAN 1:
Full Payment sent with application (10% DISCOUNT…subtract from total)......................................................$______.___

¨ PLAN 2:
6 installments** with down payment sent with application (15% of total)..........................................................$______.___
The balance of 5 EQUAL monthly payments of $______.____ to be…¨ Billed; …Charged to credit card on ¨ 15th or ¨ 30th.

¨ PLAN 3:
12 installments** (Programs 101 & 101B only) with down payment sent with application (15% of total).........$______.___
The balance of 11 EQUAL monthly payments of $______.____ to be…¨ Billed; …Charged to credit card on ¨ 15th or ¨ 30th.
*Full Payment must accompany all Programs which cost less than $250.00
**DISCOUNT applies only to Programs or Courses that total more than $250.00
***Check the method of installment payments to be made for Plans 2 and 3.

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 NOTICE OF TERMINATION
STUDENT: A student may discontinue a home study program at any time subject to the following:
1. A request for termination of training must be made by the student to AIAS.
2. The enrollment date assigned to a student's file will be used to determine refund eligibility and amounts. The enrollment date is the
date on which the student's registration fee and enrollment application are received by AIAS. This date appears beside the signature
line of the AIAS Official of the payment contract below.

AIAS: The school may discontinue the student's home study program subject to the following:
1. Failure to make tuition payments according to contract payment plan options.
2. Failure to meet the program standard set forth by the school of four completed and submitted examinations per month.
3. If, through failed examinations, it becomes obvious to AIAS that the STUDENT cannot grasp the technology of the course sub-
jects.

REFUND POLICY
STUDENT: A student may receive a refund under the following conditions:
1. If notice of termination is given within 5 days after enrollment, the student will receive a refund of all money paid to the
American Institute of Applied Science within 30 days. The student should return all materials in usable condition.
2. If notice of termination is given after 5 days from the date of enrollment and no lessons have been submitted, the student
will receive a refund of all money paid to the American Institute of Applied Science except for a non-refundable fee of
$75.00 or 20% of the total course or program cost, not to exceed $200.00 within 30 days. The student should return all materi-
als in usable condition.
3. If notice of termination is given after 5 days from the date of enrollment and the student has submitted at least one lesson
assignment (but less than 50% of the course assignments), the school will retain a percentage of the tuition (based on amount of
submitted work from STUDENT) which will not exceed the following:

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A) Up to and including 10% of the course; 10% of the refundable tuition (tuition charges remaining after subtracting the non-
refundable fee).
B) Between 10% and 25% of the course; 25% of the refundable tuition.
C) Between 25% and 50% of the course; 50% of the refundable tuition.
D) After the STUDENT completes more than 50% of the course, the SCHOOL will be entitled to retain the total course tuition
and fees.

DO NOT SIGN THIS AGREEMENT BEFORE YOU READ IT or if it contains ANY BLANK SPACES other than the
ACCEPTANCE DATE and SIGNATURE OF THE SCHOOL OFFICIAL.
Total Cost: $________________________ Amount Enclosed: $___________________ Date of Application:_______________________
Name of Applicant (please print):___________________________________________________________________________________
I agree to pay the full amount of my program costs as I have listed them above according to the contract payment plan option indicated.

Signature of Applicant:_ __________________________________________________________________________________________

Signature of School Official:_______________________________________________ Date Accepted:___________________________

NOTE: The cost of the course may be tax deductible if undertaken for the purpose of maintaining and improving professional skills (see Treasury
Regulation #1.162.5).

PAYMENT INFORMATION

TYPE OF PAYMENT ENCLOSED: ¨ Check; ¨ Money Order; ¨ Credit Card: or

CREDIT CARD NO.
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What Students Have to Say

I found the fingerprint section of the course to be very
well organized; its content complete; and the concepts
contemporary, factual and in agreement with the the-
ory and applications that are accepted by leading ex-
perts in this field of forensic science.”
Wesley Sossamon, AIAS graduate
Investigator
Arkadelphia, Arkansas
“Just a note to say thank you for the fingerprint por-
tion of the course. I took my AFIS certification test
and passed with flying colors. It is because of the fin-
gerprint studies that I was able to do so well.”
Paul Dorman
Greer, South Carolina
“I have taken your correspondence course covering fo-
rensic science. I graduated from your school in 1997
and I am happy to report that I have secured a position
with the Connecticut State Police Fingerprint Identi-
fication Section.”
Paul Michael Mounts
Cromwell, Connecticut
“When I first started, I didn’t quite know what to
expect. I had heard many good comments regarding
your correspondence course from other professionals
in the Las Vegas area. I have learned a great deal. I
would like to thank you for all of the help and I would
like to thank your agency for producing such a great
home study course.”
Richard C. Jones
Investigator, Clark County
Coroner/Medical Examiners Office
Las Vegas, Nevada
“Whether you are a college student, a police officer,
a fan of true crime, or an avid CSI fan, this program
is for you. This program enables you to explore and
better understand the fascinating world of forensic sci-
ence from the comfort of your own home. With the
easy-to-understand materials provided to you by the
AIAS, and the aid of their instructors, this is a journey
that you will well enjoy. I know I did.”
Ian Patrick McGuire
Pittsburgh, PA

School Officials Technical Consultants

James W. Gocke, J.D., M.S.F.S. RICHARD SAFERSTEIN, Ph.D.
Director of the School Forensic Toxicology
Marvin Joy, M.A. JAMES W. GOCKE, J.D., M.S.F.S.
Director of Education Law and Forensic Science
Chrissy hunter
Acting Program Administrator
MARY LOU KINTON
Acting Program Administrator
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• Questioned Documents Investigation
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